The Boston 2000 mm (79″) aluminium French cleat Z-Bar mounting rail delivers heavy-duty, invisible hanging performance for large picture frames, artwork, mirrors, cabinets, cupboards, and wall-mounted TVs. Manufactured from high-quality extruded aluminium, this Boston profile features an ultra-slim 6 mm projection, a precise 9 mm lift-off clearance, and comes pre-drilled with 20 countersunk 5 mm fixing holes along its length for fast, hassle-free installation without on-site drilling.
Key System Benefits
Heavy-Duty 192 kg Weight Capacity — High-grade extruded aluminium profile supports up to 192 kg when properly anchored into timber wall studs or solid masonry surfaces.
Factory Pre-Drilled Channel (20 Holes) — Features 20 pre-punched 5 mm countersunk fixing holes spaced evenly along the 2000 mm track, allowing rapid mounting without drilling through tough aluminium on site.
Ultra-Slim 6 mm Wall Projection — Exceptionally thin 6 mm interlocking profile holds heavy items almost flush to the wall for a sleek, floating appearance.
Modular & Mix-and-Match Compatible — Interlocks seamlessly across all rail lengths in the Metalciti Boston Series, allowing you to pair a 2000 mm wall rail with shorter cleat segments on your frame or cabinet.
Technical Specifications
Rail Length: 2000 mm (78.7″ / 2 Metres — easily trimmed to custom lengths with a standard hacksaw)
Maximum Weight Capacity: 192 kg (Subject to wall substrate and anchor rating)
Profile Hole Type: Pre-Drilled (20 × 5 mm countersunk fixing holes)
Wall Depth Projection: Ultra-slim 6 mm profile depth
Vertical Lift-Off Clearance: Requires 9 mm vertical lift clearance for mounting/dismounting
Series Compatibility: Interlocks with all Metalciti Boston Series Z-Bar cleat configurations
Modular Z-Bar Interlocking System Guide
The Boston Z-Bar system is engineered with a fully modular design. Because the interlocking cleat profile remains consistent across the entire Metalciti Boston range, a longer rail mounted horizontally to the wall can easily support shorter rail segments attached to your frame or panel—or vice versa. This lets you purchase exact individual quantities, adjust anchor placement around existing wall studs, and create custom configurations without paying for excess hardware.
Common Installation Configurations:
Standard Continuous Fit: One 2000 mm rail on the wall paired with one 2000 mm rail on the item.
Split Anchor Fit: One 1200mm rail on the wall paired with two or three 300mm rail segments across the back of the item.
Custom Offset Fit: One 900mm rail or 600mm rail on the wall paired with multiple 50mm clips on the item.
Installation & Structural Load Safety
- Offer the pre-drilled rail up to your wall level, marking your fixing points through the 5 mm factory holes.
- Fasten one Z-Bar rail to the wall pointing upward and outward using suitable wall plugs or timber stud screws.
- Fasten the matching Z-Bar rail to the rear top edge of your item pointing downward and inward.
- Lower the item onto the wall rail until the cleats interlock firmly. Ensure you have at least 9 mm vertical clearance above the frame to slide the cleats together.
Load Capacity Safety Note: The stated 192 kg weight capacity refers to the structural strength of the aluminium Z-Bar rail itself. In heavy-duty applications, wall fixings or plasterboard construction will typically fail before the aluminium profile. Always ensure your wall structure and anchor fixings are rated to support the total load.
What’s Included
1 × Boston Aluminium Z-Bar French Cleat Rail 2000 mm (Pre-Drilled with 20 Holes – 192 kg Rating)
Rails are sold individually (not in pairs) to allow custom length combinations. Fixing screws, wall plugs, and drill bits are sold separately.
